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The staff at James Bateman are dedicated to providing pupils with the very best learning experiences. Our values and beliefs are the driving force behind this.

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James Bateman Middle School

We all learn best when we are happy and supported, challenged and encouraged. At James Bateman we strive to make sure learning is enriching and enjoyable. We work with every pupil to nurture their individual abilities and to equip them for success, both academically and in terms of life skills.

The atmosphere at James Bateman is very special and we welcome visits to our school so that you can experience it for yourself.

We are consistently ranked as one of the highest performing middle schools in the county. High academic standards are achieved within a caring and supportive school community. Our focus is on excellence in all that we do. Our school community of pupils, parents, staff and governors all work together to provide an engaging learning environment that ensures each pupil fulfils their potential.

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  • 26 Mar 2026
    Packing has commenced but the girls have got a little distracted
  • 26 Mar 2026
    Day 4 of our daily London update. They explored London Zoo. At times, it was hard to tell who belonged in the enclosures the animals or our pupils! They spotted a few familiar faces among the meerkats, and some very convincing monkey impressions too...
  • 26 Mar 2026
    Group 2 have been exploring shape and iconic London buildings.
  • 26 Mar 2026
    Year 6 end of Spring award winners Grace, Kane & Mia 6CF won overall best form and chocolates to share! Well done to all year 6!
  • 26 Mar 2026
    On Tuesday 24th March, Biddulph High School hosted the annual Inspire Dance for 2026. The high school dance leaders have once again inspired our own dancers with their exciting choreography in preparation for the big show! After weeks of rehearsals and a technical rehearsal at the high school on Thursday 19th March, the groups were ready for their big night. Parents were entertained by a variety of dances from our Year 5,6 & 7,8 dancers who produced a fantastic performance for the audience. A massive well done to all of James Bateman students who performed on the evening, we are very proud of you! A big thank you to Mrs Street, Miss Whitehurst and Miss Hanks who supported our clubs, the staff involved at the high school and the Biddulph leaders for all your hard work. Our dancers loved it!
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With Our Diary Dates

  • 23Mar

    Year 7 London

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 27Mar

    Cake Sale - Y5RS & 5SLF

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 27Mar

    Whole School Non-Uniform Day

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 27Mar

    Y5 Biddulph Grange

    10:30am – 3:30pm
  • 27Mar

    Bateman Bongo Bingo Y7&8

    1:30pm – 3:30pm
  • 13Apr

    Inset Day

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 15Apr

    SEND Coffee Morning

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 15Apr

    Y7 Football Tournament

    3:30pm – 5:30pm
  • 16Apr

    Y5 & Y6 Poetry Performance At Hempstalls

    9:00am – 11:00am
  • 16Apr

    Y5/Y6 Tag rugby at Leek RFC

    11:30am – 3:20pm

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office@jamesbateman.staffs.sch.uk01782 973900Park Lane, Knypersley, ST8 7AT
James BatemanMiddle School
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01782 973900James Bateman Middle Schooloffice@jamesbateman.staffs.sch.ukPark Lane, Knypersley, ST8 7AT
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